June 2nd 2024 O.A.
OC Japan Fair “Nakamise Street”
“OC Japan Fair” happened for 3 days at Costa Mesa from April 19th through 21st.
“OC Japan Fair” is a festival that began in 2009 introducing Japanese culture, food, and entertainment.
It is an event that happens every fall, but this year, it also took place in spring entitled “OC Japan Fair Cherry Blossom.”
Long lines formed for the entire day at the entrance.
Various booths lined up and guests were able to enjoy Japanese culture through shopping and eating Japanese food.
This year’s highlight was “Nakamise Street” which connected the venue and main area.
It was designed in the image of Asakusa’s Nakamise Shopping Street produced by the non-profit organization, KIMONO CON that introduces Japanese culture and kimono.
There were 4 kimono stalls at Nakamise Street, and guests were able to look for a kimono that they liked.
Tea ceremony demonstration, ikebana flower arrangement workshop, and booths introducing traditional Japanese cultures were also available.
Apparels inspired by Japanese culture and food booths offering original products that incorporate Japanese essence such as rice cake sweets, tea, and miso were also available.
Many guests enjoyed the martial arts demonstration and kimono show that was performed on stage.
OC Japan Fair will be held again in October.
“TORISOBA TONSHO’ Grand Open
“TORISOBA TONSHO,” a ramen restaurant specializing in chicken ramen, had its grand opening in West Hollywood.
“TORISOBA TONSHO” is a new location of the Shin-Sen-Gumi Restaurant Group known for serving tonkotsu ramen in Hakata style, and yakitori.
The characteristic of “TORISOBA TONSHO” is a ramen soup called “foam style”.
The soup is stirred in a blender to emulsify the water and fat, creating a soup that is rich in flavor, yet creamy and smooth. Also, the foamy soup coats the noodles better.
The noodles are straight mediumthin whole grain noodles. On top is a Chicken Chashu.
With “The ORIGINAL”, you can enjoy different flavors by adding black pepper and truffle oil as you eat.
You can choose from 3 different flavors including “The DANDAN” that is spicy with some heat using chili pepper and sesame paste, or “The LEMON BUTTER” that has a refreshing, tangy taste.
For more information about “TORISOBA TONSHO”, visit their website at TorisobaTonsho.com.